Liverpool pulled off a remarkable 1-0 victory against Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League Round of 16 clash, with the statistics telling a story of incredible defensive resilience and clinical efficiency.
Despite PSG dominating possession (71% to 29%) and unleashing a barrage of 27 shots to Liverpool's mere 2, Arne Slot's men executed a masterclass in defensive organization. The Parisians created an expected goals value of 1.82 compared to Liverpool's 0.27, highlighting the quality of chances PSG generated.
The heroics of Liverpool's goalkeeper were particularly notable, making 9 saves while PSG's keeper wasn't called into action once. PSG also dominated corners (14-2) and passes (694-295).
Harvey Elliott's 87th-minute goal, assisted by Darwin Nunez, proved to be the decisive moment in a match where Liverpool absorbed tremendous pressure. This classic away European performance echoes the club's storied history of continental resilience.
The victory demonstrates Slot's tactical acumen in his Champions League campaign with the Reds, implementing a disciplined defensive structure while maintaining the threat on counter-attacks. Liverpool's ability to withstand such sustained pressure—facing 3 big chances while creating just 1 of their own—showcases why they remain perennial European contenders.
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